32 41 331 Replacing pressure line for power steering (from steering gear to junction): Notes

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WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to enter the hydraulic system.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.

Recycling:

Catch and dispose of hydraulic fluid in a suitable collecting vessel.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Draw off and dispose of hydraulic fluid from oil reservoir
Release hydraulic steering gear (F01/F02/F03/F07 only rear-wheel drive)
Lower FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (F04 and all-wheel drive vehicles)

Release screw (1) and remove pressure line (2) from steering gear.

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Fig 1: Identifying Pressure Line And Screw

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Remove return hose (1) from holder (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Return Hose And Holder

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Release screw (1).

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Release nut (2) on holder.

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Disconnect pressure line (3).

Installation note:

Replace all sealing rings.

Make sure hydraulic line is laid without tension and with sufficient distance to adjoining components.

Fig 3: Identifying Pressure Line, Nut And Screw

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